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1. UK tightens noose on Putin’s inner circle with new sanctions

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/uk-tightens-noose-on-putin-s-inner-circle-with-new-sanctions

Nearly a year after the death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, the UK has announced a fresh wave of sanctions aimed at individuals with close ties to Vladimir Putin....

2. Cyprus leads EU in migrant departures

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-leads-the-eu-in-migrant-departures

Cyprus is leading the way in the EU when it comes to managing migration, ranking first in the ratio of migrant departures to arrivals for 2024, with a surprising 179%. ...

3. Adoption legislation modernised with a new bill

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/adoption-legislation-modernised-with-a-new-bill

A bill modernising adoption legislation was approved by the Council of Ministers on Wednesday....

4. Limnes migrant centre in Larnaca to be completed by year-end (photos)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/limnes-migrant-centre-in-larnaca-to-be-completed-by-year-end-photos

The new Limnes Accommodation Centre, designed to house applicants for international protection and those awaiting repatriation, is set to be completed by the end of 2023. ...

5. Cyprus ramps up efforts against illegal antiquities trafficking

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-ramps-up-efforts-against-illegal-antiquities-trafficking

Cyprus is intensifying its efforts to combat the illegal excavation, trafficking, and sale of its antiquities, especially in the Turkish-occupied territories....

6. Cyprus boosts desalination as drought threatens water supply

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-boosts-desalination-as-drought-threatens-water-supply

With Cyprus facing a second consecutive year of severe drought, authorities are implementing a new strategy to secure water supply while urging the public to cut waste....

7. The ''Greenest'' restaurant in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/the-greenest-restaurant-in-cyprus

This restaurant won the Sustainability in Gastronomy Award as part of the Wiz 50 Best Restaurants 2024....

8. Cyprus marks Holocaust remembrance day with solemn event in Nicosia

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-marks-holocaust-remembrance-day-with-solemn-event-in-nicosia

In a solemn ceremony last night, held at the Melina Mercouri Hall, Cyprus joined the global community in observing International Holocaust Remembrance Day, honoring the six million Jews and millions of others who perished in one of history’s darkest chapters....

9. Cyprus moves toward its first museum of contemporary art

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/cyprus-moves-toward-its-first-museum-of-contemporary-art

Cyprus is moving closer to establishing its own Museum of Contemporary Art, following the recent appointment of an Advisory Committee by the Deputy Ministry of Culture. ...

10. Israeli airlines suspend flights to Paphos over security concerns

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israeli-airlines-suspend-flights-to-paphos-over-security-concerns

Israeli airlines EL AL, Arkia, and Israir will now land exclusively at Larnaca International Airport due to a directive issued by Israel’s Internal Security Agency late Sunday night....

11. Cyprus tightens immigration rules with new law changes

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-tightens-immigration-rules-with-new-law-changes

In a unanimous decision, the Cyprus House of Representatives has approved an update to the country’s Aliens and Immigration Law, bringing in new changes that aim to modernize the immigration system and align it with the recently created State Ministry of Immigration and International Protection....

12. 'Parent 1 and parent 2' goes to Parliament after backlash

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/parent-1-and-parent-2-goes-to-parliament-after-backlash

There are strong reactions to the reference to Parent 1 and Parent 2 in the platform for registering children for the first year of primary school...

13. Leak at Mavrokolympos Dam risks losing 1.4 million cubic meters of water

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/leak-at-mavrokolympos-dam-risks-losing-1-4-million-cubic-meters-of-water

Authorities are racing to address a significant water leak at the Mavrokolympos dam in Paphos, where stopping the issue appears increasingly challenging. ...

14. 10,000 migrant departures in 2024, asylum applications drop 41%

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/10-000-migrant-departures-in-2024-asylum-applications-drop-41

Cyprus has seen a significant reduction in asylum applications and migrant arrivals in 2024, according to Deputy Minister for Migration and International Protection, Nicolas Ioannides. ...

15. Spanish parliamentary leader visits Pournara Migrant Center

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/spanish-parliamentary-leader-visits-pournara-migrant-center

The President of Spain’s Congress of Deputies, Francina Armengol Socias, visited the Pournara First Reception Centre in Cyprus on Tuesday, shedding light on the shared challenges of migration faced by both countries. ...

16. Poland to prioritize security on all fronts during its EU presidency

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/poland-to-prioritize-security-on-all-fronts-during-its-eu-presidency

Poland has laid out an ambitious roadmap for its 2025 Presidency of the Council of the European Union, with security taking center stage. Ambassador Marek Szczepanowski presented the priorities on Tuesday at the House of Europe in Nicosia, under the presidency’s guiding motto: “Security, Europe!”...

17. Over 900 Syrians withdraw asylum in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/over-900-syrians-withdraw-asylum-in-cyprus

In a surprising development, more than 900 Syrians in Cyprus have either withdrawn their asylum applications or revoked their international protection status in just one month, signaling a shift in migration patterns. ...

18. Cyprus sets sights on year-round tourism

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/business/cyprus-sets-sights-on-year-round-tourism

Cyprus has long been known for its sun-drenched beaches and azure seas, but a new vision is emerging to transform the island into a full-time tourist destination within the next five years. ...

19. Israeli President Herzog visits Cyprus amid regional diplomatic shifts

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/israeli-president-herzog-visits-cyprus-amid-regional-diplomatic-shifts

The visit of Israeli President Isaac Herzog to Cyprus on Thursday, following the 10th Trilateral Summit involving Greece, Cyprus, and Egypt, is seen as a calculated move amidst significant regional developments. ...

20. Exciting ''Beyond Sea & Sun'' conference to shape Cyprus' tourism future

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/exciting-beyond-sea-and-sun-conference-to-shape-cyprus-tourism-future

Cyprus is gearing up for a pivotal event tomorrow, with the ''Beyond Sea and Sun'' conference set to bring together key players from the global tourism industry to discuss the future of the island's tourism sector. ...

21. Cooperation among Cyprus, Greece, and Egypt essential for stability in the Eastern Mediterranean

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cooperation-among-cyprus-greece-and-egypt-essential-for-stability-in-the-eastern-mediterranean

In a fluid and volatile international environment, closer cooperation among Cyprus, Greece, and Egypt has become essential to ensure peace and stability in the Eastern Mediterranean....

22. 2024: A year of change and controversy in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/2024-a-year-of-change-and-controversy-in-cyprus

2024 was a year of upheaval and drama for Cyprus, marked by significant changes, political reshuffling, court decisions, and constitutional challenges. The events listed below highlight some of the most important moments that defined the year. ...

23. Devastating plane crash in South Korea claims 167 lives

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/devastating-plane-crash-in-south-korea-claims-167-lives

In a devastating aviation accident, a Jeju Air passenger plane burst into flames Sunday after skidding off the runway at Muan Airport in South Korea. ...

24. A winter swim in honor of 'Little Heroes'

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/life/a-winter-swim-in-honor-of-little-heroes

For the 8th consecutive year, participants and attendees gathered on Limassol beach this morning to send a powerful message of support and optimism during the event "Swimming with the OYK for our Little Heroes."...

25. Cyprus’ Deputy Minister for European Affairs outlines vision for 2026 EU Presidency

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-deputy-minister-for-european-affairs-outlines-vision-for-2026-eu-presidency

In an exclusive interview by Kathimerini's George Kakouris, Deputy Minister of State for European Affairs Marilena Raouna described the upcoming Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU in 2026 as both a significant challenge and an unparalleled opportunity....

26. Major oil spill in Black Sea after two Russian tankers wreck

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/major-oil-spill-in-black-sea-after-two-russian-tankers-wreck

Two Russian oil tankers have sustained severe damage in the Black Sea, leading to an oil spill, according to Russian authorities....

27. Cyprus reclaims rare antiquities from the US

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-reclaims-rare-antiquities-from-the-us

Cyprus celebrated the return of 266 valuable antiquities on Tuesday, marking a significant milestone in cultural repatriation....

28. Cyprus sees slow Syrian asylum withdrawals amid ongoing instability

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-sees-slow-syrian-asylum-withdrawals-amid-ongoing-instability

The flow of Syrians requesting to withdraw their asylum applications in Cyprus remains low, despite the growing number of inquiries from individuals seeking information about the process. ...

29. Syrian refugees in Cyprus urge government to facilitate their safe return to Syria

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/syrian-refugees-in-cyprus-urge-government-to-facilitate-their-safe-return-to-syria

A group of Syrian refugees in Cyprus, known as ''Syrians in Cyprus,'' has submitted a letter to Deputy Minister of Immigration and International Protection, Nicolas Ioannidis,...

30. Syrians withdrawing asylum requests, says Deputy Minister of Migration

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/syrians-withdrawing-asylum-requests-says-deputy-minister-of-migration

Syrian nationals in Cyprus are beginning to submit applications to withdraw their asylum requests, according to Deputy Minister of Migration and International Protection, Nikolas Ioannidis....

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